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Georgian Baluster Wine Glass C1735
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Georgian Baluster Wine Glass C1735

18th century
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Description

Technical Description

A fine example of an 18th century baluster wine glass dating to c1735. It has a bell bowl with a solid section at the base above an angular shoulder knop, a hollow inverted baluster knop and basal knop. Conical folded foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1735. Period of George II.

Condition

Excellent, no chips, cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 15.2cm

Bowl diameter: 6.9cm

Folded foot diameter: 6.5cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Baluster Wine Glass to the 18th Century.

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SA1120278
Dealers Internal Reference
2024111703
Description
Technical Description

A fine example of an 18th century baluster wine glass dating to c1735.

It has a bell bowl with a solid section at the base above an angular shoulder knop, a hollow inverted baluster knop and basal knop.
Exhibit Antiques

Conical folded foot.

Date & Origin

England, c1735. Period of George II.

Condition

Excellent, no chips, cracks or restoration.

Dimensions

Height: 15.2cm

Bowl diameter: 6.9cm

Folded foot diameter: 6.5cm.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Georgian Baluster Wine Glass to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1120278
Dealers Internal Ref
2024111703
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A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot.
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Archive I A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot.

Georgian Baluster Wine Glass C1735

Archive II A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot. View II
Archive III A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot. View III
Archive IV A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot. View IV
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A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot.
Georgian Baluster Wine Glass c1735
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A clear Georgian lead crystal wine glass featuring a flared bell bowl, a knopped baluster stem with an air tear inclusion, and a conical circular foot.
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A Georgian baluster wine glass is a type of English stemware produced during the early 18th century, named after its stem shaping which resembles architectural balusters. These glasses were designed following the introduction of heavy lead flint glass to England, featuring thick walls, solid stems, and substantial bases.

Georgian stemware was hand-blown using lead crystal, also known as flint glass, which incorporated lead oxide to increase density, refractive index, and clarity. Stems were formed separately with decorative knops or air tears and joined to the bowl and foot before being finished with a pontil rod.

Authentic pieces display characteristic signs of age, including a gray or subtle tint to the glass, irregular small air bubbles, a snapped or ground pontil mark under the base, and genuine surface wear on the rim of the folded or conical foot.

Historic glassware is frequently displayed inside lit glazed cabinets, on open shelving units, or arranged along a sideboard top. Grouping glasses of varying stem shapes and heights creates an engaging visual narrative in contemporary dining rooms or bar areas.

Antique glass should always be washed by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent and a soft cloth. Dishwashers and hot water must be avoided, as rapid temperature fluctuations cause thermal shock and permanent clouding of historical lead crystal.
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